Knockin‘ Doorz Down

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Darlene Mahoney Overcoming The Victim Mentality And Transcending Trauma With Guest Cohost Mike Diamond Jan 08, 2024

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Join me, Jason LaChance host of the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast, certified addiction recovery coach, and mental health advocate for my sit down with special guest the beautiful Darlene Bernaola Mahoney.

Darlene was born in L.A., but as a child, she moved around a lot living most of her life in the jungles of Peru, in a village called Villa Rica. Darlene wanted more, wanting to better herself, so she decided to move to the U.S. at fifteen with only $300 in her pocket. Along with having no education beyond elementary school, Darlene had to teach herself to write, speak, and read Spanish and English.

Darlene is an accomplished author of the highly successful novel, El Simbolo, Peru. Where she also volunteers, as a representative of Centro de Madres Adolecentes de Villa Maria del Triunfo, in Lima, Peru.Where Darlene advocates for young girls that become mothers due to rape assisting them in healing and finding a purposeful life to provide for themselves.

Also, Darlene has a passion for writing screenplays, and 5 films have been produced from her writings thus far.

I am so grateful that Darlene opened up about the various traumas and life circumstances that led her to do the work that she does today as well as my guest cohost Mike Diamond who has been friends with Darlene for several decades.

Intro 00:00

My mom had no idea how to raise a kid 6:30

reality hit hard when I came to the USA 12:30

How did you end up in Playboy? 29:30

The night before our wedding we were in a car crash. 31:30

How are you getting through your husband's passing? 43:30

This is Darlene Bernaola Mahoney Knockin’ Doorz Down.

For more on Darlene: https://www.instagram.com/darlene_aka_d/

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Ryan Cook | Remembering My Friend Who Lived Faith, Love, Hope & Believing Anyone Can Change Dec 31, 2023

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Jason LaChance host of the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast here. I am rereleasing this past episode to honor my friend Ryan Cook who recently passed away.

Ryan is a man who lived faith, love, and being of service to others and is an example proving that anyone is capable of change.

Ryan leaves behind a loving and amazing wife, son, and beautiful family and he touched the lives of so many through acts of kindness. His passion as a fishing guide, in which he took so many families (including my own), underprivileged, and special needs children on their first fishing trips.

The world has been a better place because you were in it, Ryan. I love you, my friend, may we meet again someday.

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Amanda Kazzy Cryer | Facing Mortality From A Life-Threatening Illness & Confronting Love Addiction Dec 28, 2023

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Join me, Jason LaChance host of the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast, certified addiction recovery coach, and mental health advocate for my sit down with special guest the wonderful Amanda Kazzy Cryer. Amanda Kasmira Cryer is a Filmmaker, who creates projects that reflect her work as an influencer, social impact consultant, philanthropy advisor, and keynote speaker. Presently she serves as Chief Global Ambassador for GetBundi, which is spearheading STEM and digital skills education across Africa. Notably, she holds pivotal roles on advisory boards for national and international nonprofits, including the National Incarceration Association. Amanda is also known for her YouTube Channel.

I am so grateful that Amanda opened up about the various traumas and life circumstances that led her to do the work that she does today.

In part 1 of this 2-part episode, we cover the following.

Surviving COVID and bacterial pneumonia at the same time 5:00

What type of mindset kept you wanting to live 12:00

I'm the biggest love addict 38:00

How can we become more discerning? 45:30

We Chase the dopamine hits 52:30

This is part 1 of Amanda Kazzy Cryer Knockin’ Doorz Down.

For more on Amanda Cryer: https://amandakasmira.com/

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Amanda Kazzy Cryer | Using Her Trauma To Help Others Heal, Creating Purpose & Being Service Dec 26, 2023

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I am so grateful that Amanda opened up about the various traumas and life circumstances that led her to do the work that she does today.

In part 2 of this 2-part episode, we cover the following.

Intro 00:00

I lost 2 exes to overdoses 01:30

I had to transform my sexual trauma into helping others 05:30

I am amazed at how my YouTube channel has helped people 35:00

You have to be honest with people no matter what 48:00

I've spent Christmas homeless, just know you're not alone 51:06

This is part 2 of Amanda Kazzy Cryer Knockin’ Doorz Down.

For more on Amanda Cryer: https://amandakasmira.com/

and on YouTube @KazzyCreates

Get your copy of Carlos Vieira's Autobiography Knockin' Doorz Down. Hardcover, Paperback & Audio Book https://linktr.ee/kddbook

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Gary Menkes | Breaking Generational Addiction, Sober Parenting & Recovering Out Loud Dec 18, 2023

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Join me, Jason LaChance host of the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast, certified addiction recovery coach, and mental health advocate for my sit down with special guest the awesome Gary Menkes. Gary the host of the Begin Again Podcast, with long-term sobriety, has recently decided to recover out loud sharing his journey and that of others to share their path to recovery.

Intro 00:00

3 Things I'm Grateful For Are 02:30

I came from a home of addiction 12:00

My Identity Was The Partier 19:10

We Filled The Void With Poison 35:40

I'm a Sober Dad & Husband 50:30

Gary's mission is to inspire and showcase the incredible stories of those who have overcome alcoholism and addiction to achieve massive success in entrepreneurship, business, athletics, and all fields and who have gained a newfound purpose in sobriety. Through authentic, inspirational, and often spiritual conversations with our guests, we aim to break the stigma around addiction and show that recovery is possible and that sobriety can be a source of strength and resilience. We believe that by sharing these stories of redemption, we can empower individuals to achieve their fullest potential, create positive change, and build a better world, creating a powerful legacy that will live on and impact countless lives and communities for years to come

We conclude our conversation with fun random questions and finish with final thoughts. This is Gary Menkes Knockin’ Doorz Down.

For more on Gary Menkes and The Begin Again Podcast: https://thebeginagainpodcast.com/

Get your copy of Carlos Vieira's Autobiography Knockin' Doorz Down. Hardcover, Paperback & Audio Book https://linktr.ee/kddbook

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Brian Whisenant | Sobriety, Faith, Authenticity & Bringing Wrath Mercy From The Stage To The Screen Dec 10, 2023

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Join me, Jason LaChance host of the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast, certified addiction recovery coach, and mental health advocate for my sit down with special guest the awesome Brian Whisenant. Brian is a trained actor and filmmaker who recently brought the stage play Wrath Mercy to the big screen and is working in the addiction recovery field.

I talked with Brian about the depths of his addiction, and how various traumas including his complicated relationship with his parents and being ostracized for his sexual orientation. Brian struggled greatly with his addiction to the point of homelessness. He struggled to be himself with his family and find faith in a higher power. Through rehab, heartache, and personal growth, Brian has found love for himself and finally finished a 20-year journey of translating the stage play Wrath Mercy, which had a huge personal impact on him into a film.

Brian wrote and directed Wrath Mercy, and stars in her return to acting, the awesome Natanya Ross and Matthew Zimmerman.

We finish our conversation with fun random questions and Josh finishes with final thoughts. This is Brian Whisenant Knockin’ Doorz Down.

For more on Brian Whisenant: https://www.brianwhisenant.com/

Get your copy of Carlos Vieira's Autobiography Knockin' Doorz Down. Hardcover, Paperback & Audio Book https://linktr.ee/kddbook

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Intro 00:00

3 things I am grateful for 02:18

It hurt not being accepted by my family 12:41

It was all covering childhood trauma 31:04

Sober, people give me a chance 37:25

How did the film Wrath Mercy come about? 42:00

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Josh Datant | The Love Of Music Over Addiction, Losing His Brother To An Overdose & Hope #recovery Dec 03, 2023

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Join me, Jason LaChance host of the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast, certified addiction recovery coach, and mental health advocate for my sit down with special guest Josh Datant musical artist, producer, lyricist, and music video director. Josh is dedicated to drug recovery through the use of conventional therapy and music. He utilizes various methods and tools he picked up along the way of his own recovery journey and has a fierce passion for those struggling with mental illness and addiction.

I talked with Josh about the depths of his addiction, which included fentanyl, that almost took his life and did take his brothers' life. Josh opens up about the aftermath of losing his brother and struggling to maintain his sobriety and reconnect with his wife and children. Josh once had a thriving music career and in his recovery rededicated himself to his passion for music. He now uses music to not only maintain his sobriety but make his living and be of service to others through his talents.

We finish our conversation with fun random questions and Josh finishes with final thoughts. This is Josh Datant Knockin’ Doorz Down.

For more on Josh Datant: https://www.instagram.com/joshdatant/

Get your copy of Carlos Vieira's Autobiography Knockin' Doorz Down. Hardcover, Paperback & Audio Book https://linktr.ee/kddbook

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Intro 00:00

I knew I was going to overdose 08:00

I knew the relationship was doomed 14:20

Like so many, I got injured and prescribe painkillers 31:18

I was tired of hurting people 1:06:26

My forever people matter most 1:07:10

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Connecting Those In Need Of Help To The Proper Services With Mitch Berney Nov 26, 2023

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Join me Jason LaChance host of the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast, certified addiction recovery coach, and mental health advocate for my sit down with special guest Mitch Berney the founder and CEO of USA Rehab Centers. He is passionate about recovery and making it more accessible to those in need. Making a difference in the world drives him to be of service to others.

Mitch and I talk about his journey through his recovery journey and why it is so important for him to give back to those in need of addiction and mental health treatment and support.

We finish our conversation with fun random questions and Jamie finishes with final thoughts. This is Mitch Berney Knockin’ Doorz Down.

For more on Mitch Berney and USA Rehab Centers: https://usarehabcenters.org/

Get your copy of Carlos Vieira's Autobiography Knockin' Doorz Down. Hardcover, Paperback & Audio Book https://linktr.ee/kddbook

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Intro 00:00

How did you examine your life once you get sober? 8:00

The Overdose death rate is rising rapidly. 22:00

A small window of clarity when it comes to the addict wanting help 31:00

Being restored to sanity 50:26

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Dangerous When: Wet A Memoir of Booze Sex & My Mother & Addiction Recovery With Jamie Brickhouse Nov 20, 2023

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Join me Jason LaChance host of the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast, certified addiction recovery coach, and mental health advocate for my sit down with special guest Jamie Brickhouse, an internationally recognized storyteller, Brickhouse tours two award-winning, critically acclaimed solo shows based on Dangerous When Wet and I Favor My Daddy: A Tale of Two Sissies, his forthcoming memoir. He has recorded voices on Beavis Butthead, interviewed Matthew McConaughey for the worldwide San Miguel Literary Sala, and has appeared on PBS-TV's Stories from the Stage, and The Moth Podcast. He is a 5-time Moth Storytelling champion, National Storytelling Network Grand Slam champ, Literary Death Match champion, and 99-Second Story GrandSLAM winner.

Jamie and I talk about his journey into his addiction and his recovery journey as well as being of service to the recovery community. Which includes insight into addiction in the LBGTQ+ recovery community.

We finish our conversation with fun random questions and Jamie finishes with final thoughts. This is Jamie Brickhouse Knockin’ Doorz Down.

For more on Jamie Brickhouse: https://www.jamiebrickhouse.com/

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Nita Strauss | Sobriety, Her Path To Recovery, Alice Cooper, Demi Lovato, WWE & The Call Of The Void Nov 13, 2023

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Join me Jason LaChance host of the Knockin' Doorz Down podcast, certified addiction recovery coach, and mental health advocate for my sit down with special guest "Hurricane" Nita Strauss. You know Nita Strauss for her work with Alice Cooper, Demi Lovato, and her latest solo album 'The Call Of The Void'. But what you may not know is that Nita struggled with alcoholism.

Nita and I discuss how her childhood as well as being a traveling musician played into her substance abuse. As well as how her fiance made it clear that he loved her but could no longer allow her access to him if she didn't make a change for the better. Now sober over 7 years, Nita shares how Alice Copper himself, and other rock legends such as Zakk Wylde and Nikki Sixx lent support to her recovery. We also talk about her time working with Demi Lovato, and how she got a Superbowl ring as a part of the RAMS Superbowl run. Plus performing Shinsuke Nakamura's entrance song at WWE's Wrestlemania.

We finish our conversation with fun random questions and Nita Strauss finishes with final thoughts. This is Nita Strauss Knockin’ Doorz Down.

For more on Nita Strauss: https://www.nitastrauss.com/

Get your copy of Carlos Vieira's Autobiography Knockin' Doorz Down. Hardcover, Paperback & Audio Book https://linktr.ee/kddbook

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